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Joanna Martino

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Email Marketing by VerticalResponseI have always tried to take the road less traveled,” says new emerging pop artist, Joanna Martino. “Above all, I just want to stand behind the cross and disappear in the shadow of His glory.”With an explosive passion for music, and a humble maturity that surpasses her years, this 21- year -old is a dose of fresh fire discovered as she advanced through over four rounds of auditions for the second season of Fox’s hit series “American Idol.” At the age of 16, Joanna was one of the youngest competing, yet continually making the cut for judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson in Los Angeles. “I was mixed in with people who had actually gone to school to study music, and there I was, just receiving my driver’s license!” With thousands auditioning, Joanna made it to the final 80 contestants. With the confidence of industry veterans under her belt, her career in music was imminent.Coming from a long line of pastors, Joanna grew up on a farm in Michigan as one of five children in a close-knit Italian family. “My family has always encouraged me to pursue my dreams; they have supported me and prayed for me through this entire journey.”For the entire bio click here

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Member Since: 8/10/2005
Band Website: joannamartino.com
Band Members: Just me! And maybe my guitar soon?? ;o)
Influences: Kari Jobe, Coldplay, Jeremy Camp, Building 429, Adam Watts, Super Chick, American Idol, Jaci Valesquez, Rascal Flatts, Martina McBride
Sounds Like: Kelly Clarkson meets Rebecca St. James, and then some.
Record Label: Unsigned
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Disney & GMA

BLAHHHHHHH. I'm so tired and sore and left with no voice! YIKES! Was it worth it....? Read on.Well, Disney is a place where all your dreams come true....supposedly, right? Funny how we hold on to tha...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:59:00 PST

Back Home

In Nashville! Oh how I’ve missed this crazy beautiful town. I love it! Still a country girl though. Favorite part is drivin’ on the back roads with the sunroof open and the windows down i...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Tue, 08 Apr 2008 01:23:00 PST

I am madly in love...

Have you ever had someone tell you that they love you? And then when they do, you could listen to them say it over and over and over again and just want to hear it more?AHH that is exactly how I feel ...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Fri, 21 Mar 2008 03:49:00 PST

I cannot hide from American Idol

Most of my friends and fans know that I was one of the semi-finalist on American Idol in season 2 back when I was 16. It's cool because the Lord really used it as a platform and boost for my music car...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Tue, 04 Mar 2008 06:42:00 PST

DET, ATL, CLT....WHERE am I going???

Detroit, to Atlanta, to Charlotte...so many places in so little time! Yet such a wonderful trip!In Atlanta I met some amazing girls and reconnected with some amazing people I know from Winshape Camps ...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Tue, 29 Jan 2008 07:10:00 PST

New Years in Florida

Well I just have to say it....I am in love...with the Sun! Thank you Jesus!I am spending the New Year transition of this wonderful year of '07 to the mysterious and unknown year of '08 in Orlando...oh...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Mon, 31 Dec 2007 10:23:00 PST

Slovenia Update

I seriously can't believe it has been four months since my team and I returned from Slovenia to teach English Camp. It's amazing to look back and see how God has been preparing me, teaching me, and l...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Wed, 05 Dec 2007 04:57:00 PST

Steelroots Top 10 Countdown

I have recently teemed up with an amazing minsitry called Steelroots and am hosting their Top 10 Countdown, which you can view on cable at INSP or at STEELROOTS.COMI am so super excited about partneri...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Sun, 02 Dec 2007 08:51:00 PST

Singing in Slovenia!

2nd night of camp in Slovenia. A-mazinG!  I was so overwhelmed with love from God I can't explain it.  We talked about the woman at the well and how Jesus showed her love even though no on ...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Wed, 27 Jun 2007 03:10:00 PST

Paoli, IN

What a great place! It's true that the people totally make the town....I love how God takes care of His Children. We stayed with the most wonderful people in the most wonderful place. I have truly bee...
Posted by Joanna Martino on Wed, 20 Jun 2007 09:36:00 PST